Class Trailer
Watch this video to have a look at what we'll be covering in this class!
You'll Learn....
Brush Skills & Water Ratio
We'll go over how to use a single brush to paint tiny details and broad strokes. You'll also practice using different amounts of water with your paint to change the transparency of your color.
Color Mixing Basics
You will learn about how to use your primary colors to mix secondary and tertiary colors, and how to make a broad range of tints and shades by mixing colors with white and black.
Mixing Mediums
We will talk about how to begin your paintings with a pencil drawing, and then we'll talk about some ways to add details and outlines with fineliner pens and white gel pens.
And a lot more! Scroll down to see the whole course curriculum.
Course Curriculum
- Introduction + Welcome (1:26)
- Overview of Supplies (11:01)
- Getting Started (3:48)
- Water Ratio + Gradients (4:19)
- Painting Your Swatch Card (7:30)
- Wet on Wet Techniques (6:01)
- Wet on Dry Techniques (5:17)
- Color Mixing + Painting Your Color Wheel (7:42)
- More Color Mixing Techniques (9:10)
- Other Tools + Mediums (8:33)
- Wrap Up (0:40)
COURSE ACCESS
The class will be available as soon as you complete your purchase. You can view or download each lesson at any time and work through the course at your own pace.
SUPPLIES NEEDED
At a minimum you will need watercolor paints, watercolor paper, a paintbrush, a container of water, and a paper towel. See our downloadable supply list below for a full list of supplies and recommendations. You can also easily get everything you need by purchasing a watercolor painting kit from www.forestculturedesign.com.
You will also need access to a good internet connection to view the class.
SKILL LEVEL
This class is designed for anyone who wants to learn the basics of watercolor painting. No previous painting or watercolor experience is needed.
REFUND POLICY
We are not able to offer refunds after you have purchased the class. If you have questions before purchasing, we encourage you to contact us.
If you'd like a one-stop-shop option to get all the exact supplies used in this class, shop our watercolor kits at www.forestculturedesign.com
Minimalist Kit
Paint, a paintbrush, and paper. Best if you
want professional grade paint but need to stick to a budget.
Artist Essentials Kit
Contains all the essential supplies used in the course. You’ll only need a water cup and a cloth/paper towel.
Deluxe Traveler Kit
Everything from the Artist Essentials Kit plus a waxed canvas tool roll and a leather travel sketchbook.
You can also use supplies you already own or you can purchase supplies individually. See our full list below!
Download the Supplies List Here
You may prefer to watch the class videos first before you decide which supplies to buy.
Meet Your Teacher
Hi I’m Clare, the artist behind Forest Culture Design, a nature inspired art and design studio that I own with my husband Josh.
Welcome to my online classroom. I hope you will enjoy exploring new mediums and process for making nature inspired art from my classes. Happy painting!